SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-17 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Meeker, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS in 1970 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Quapaw Creek.
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The dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a length of 1000 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 334 acre-feet and normal storage of 69 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is classified as very high, indicating the need for strong risk management measures. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in 1980. While the dam is not under the jurisdiction of a federal agency, it is subject to state regulations and inspections by the OWRB to ensure its integrity and safety for flood control purposes. Overall, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-17 serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUAPAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
334 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Meeker Lake
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Wes Watkins Reservoir
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Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center
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